1984 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lada Niva | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 407 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
